Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) — Terminals, Lounges & Travel Tips
Burbank, CA, United States · BUR
Terminal Guide
| Terminal | Airlines |
|---|---|
| Main Terminal (Gates A–H) | Southwest (dominant), Alaska, American, Delta, United, Spirit |
Getting There — Ground Transportation
- Metrolink + Free Shuttle: Free airport shuttle to the Burbank Bob Hope Airport Metrolink station; Metrolink Ventura County Line to Union Station LA in ~35 min.
- Rideshare: Uber/Lyft from the dedicated pickup area outside baggage claim. Very quick and cheap given the airport's suburban location.
- Taxi: Metered; expect $20–30 to Glendale or Hollywood, $40–60 to downtown LA.
- Car Rental: On-site facility adjacent to the terminal.
Pro Tips for BUR Travelers
- BUR is dramatically easier to navigate than LAX — plan for half the security and boarding time.
- If your destination is Pasadena, Hollywood, Glendale, or the Valley, BUR saves you a significant drive vs. LAX.
- Southwest flights from BUR are popular and often sell out; book early during peak LA travel periods.
- Parking at BUR is significantly cheaper than LAX — a major advantage for longer trips.
- The Metrolink shuttle is free — use it for an authentic LA rail experience at very low cost.
- Arriving passengers can be at their car (rental or own) in 10–15 minutes — a refreshing contrast to LAX.
- The terminal food options are limited — eat before you arrive or plan to be on the plane.
Know Before You Land — BUR Checklist
Review these before your flight so you hit the ground running at Burbank.
- Hollywood Burbank Airport operates from a single terminal — no terminal confusion, but check your concourse letter for gate location.
- Rail is available: Free airport shuttle to the Burbank Bob Hope Airport Metrolink station; Metrolink Ventura County Line to Union Station LA in ~35 min.
- Renting a car? On-site facility adjacent to the terminal.
- BUR is dramatically easier to navigate than LAX — plan for half the security and boarding time.